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Hello Everyone, well trip to Seattle was easier on me today. I slept both
ways. Poor Buck had to put up with my snores and stuff. I was out of it.
We have been peddling apples off to every one encluding my doctor at the hospital. We still have a trailer full to give away. Apple pie, apple crunch, applesauce, applebutter,applets, raw apple cake, saute'
of apples, apple pancakes and dutch babies. We make a lot of waldorf salad with dates or raisins in it. I'm always on the lookout for ways to use apples. Tried apple wine once made from crabapples and wow! that was a good way to use up those little tiny apples. I have a lot of good recipes and lots of stinkers. I keep them too so I never make it like that again. I draw an X thru it with a hi-lighter pen. Oh I just read the A2Z for today and I am for one who likes to make new dishes out of left overs.
It doesn't take a brain to warm the same old stuff over again but is a challenge to change a recipe into something new. With just Buck and me, we
have a time coming up with new ideas for dinner. Well stay well dear friends and till I feel up to writing again, Hugs Shirley

Brenda - When I had my carotid surgery, last fall, even though I had a listed allergy to codeine, no one including me realized that Hydrocodone has codeine or a derivative in it....the nurse encouraged me to take the hydrocodone, even though I told her it made me hurl....and so it did!! They just don't want to see their patients in pain, or at least the good ones don't!!
I have escaped from the aliens and am back roaming on earth, again. Actually, I had five days off this week and was chained to my sewing machine, working on a quilt for my nephew.
Halloween was exdessively quiet here. I think we had 4 kids. Now I have a ton of candy to get rid of!! Mike is kindly helping with that problem!!
Now, I am heading back to bed. It is my one night off, this week, and although I just got up at 5 p.m., I am sleepy again.
Hope all are well!!

Nancy,Misti told me about seeing you at the hunting club. She said it was so funny you were both looking at each other thinking "I know that person"...that was too funny!!

I hope everyone has a great day today. It is hard to believe like Maggie said that it is November!! Where has this year gond??

 I guess I am like Shirley. Haven't been on here for ages !
 Maybe I had better start with a Happy Birthday to all I have missed.
 I am still having some eye problems even after the second surgery. I am praying they will staighten out soon.
  Last week we lost a sister-in-law, our brother's wife.She had breast cancer. She ived near Jean, so she attended in place of the rest of us.
 Our weather has broken heat records for this month and a cool down would be nice. I am sure the others who live here will agree with me.
 To Rita, I had shingles back in the 80's and still suffer some discomfort from them. Wearing a bra will get the nerve ends acting up and very painful. Hang in there, but don't expect miracles !!
 Due to the humidity I have had lots of aches and pains lately and don't move to well.
 Sure hope Treva is emjoying her litle vacation. Think she deserves it.
 Ok, can't focus well now.
Prayers to everyone.

Rita, this is one of my better nights so will say hello to you and all of my other friends. When all you can do is complain it better to be silent. I had Physical Therapy today and hot packs so feel almost human tonight. I just wanted to say that around here I am the grandma, great grandma and then the great-great granny. I don't know if I feel like that old but I must be. I have had inquireries as to where and why I have not been here, so will say that nothing goes according to plans but you deal with it. I am doing my best. I do pretty good on one line sentences but I like to do more than just say hi, you all. I am trying to get back some spunk but it is hard. Pray for me. We had hail, BB size, wind, rain and sun today. It
was a fun sort a day as nothing lasted over 10 min. and the lighting last almost 5 min. this time 3 big booms. I loved it. So did Buck but our littlest pooch, Duffie, growled and barked at it when it flashed and boomed. He is a nut for that kind of stuff. Car lights flashing on the road at nights sets him off, every time. Buck is always telling him to be quiet and then another light goes by. LOL He is a little Yorky that looks like a mini scottie. Where he got his coloring is anyone guess because my daughter has both his mom and dad. She never has had 2 the same
coloring. Well time to hit the hay. Hope I feel this good tomarrow for myappointments. Hugs Shirley

Checking in to let you all know we are home safe and sound. We had a great "Family" week. Grandma is doing great! She is getting around a little slower and not quite as active but for 94 years old she is doing great! We are so thankful that the good lord has looked after her! Her mind is really sharp and that in itself is a true blessing! Pat, I waved at you and said "hi" as we buzzed by your exit on the interstate and I also reminisced when we passed the New Smyrna Beach exit. It is great to be home and sleeping in my own bed. I know it will be hard gettting up and going to work Monday. I am still covered in the rash from the shingles and itching like crazy and having pain. I do feel physically a whole lot better though. This is the 4th week so hopefully this week things will start getting back to normal. Believe me I am ready to stop itching!!

Pam and Jean sorry I missed your birthdays! My belated birthday wish for both of you is that God Bless you dear friends!

Maggie I just copied all your soup recipes and now the fun begins!!! I love having something made and not have to look for something every night.
 Please pray for my daughter, Misti she has 3 swollen disk in her back and they say she has arthritis. She said"I am too young to have that" I said I have heard of kids 5 and 6 having it. Maybe she will finally get some relief.

Good news, my van is finally on the road again after an entire month! Hopefully since almost everything is new except for the shell (haha) it'll be a long time before it'll need any more repairs! I was able to work today and will be taking the grandkids to the local annual church fair tomorrow evening. obtw, anyone who gets sick from pain killers, I have in my medical file not to give me codeine or anything else in that category. Have to remind them from time to time, don't assume the file always gets read! I tolerate Darvocet really well if otc meds aren't strong enough. Hope this helps.

Thanks Carol,I guess I will never find them.I can't even remember the names of them.I did find the Tortilla one!!

Thanks Maggie those sound good!! I know I looked back on issues too and it was quite pleasant...it is fun to look back.

Carol in Northern NY I guess I was just overprotective she looked so helpless lying there.She can't take morphine it makes her deathly sick and somehting else can't remember that one.

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Just to let you know... Carson Moore passed away yesterday with his children and wife by his side. Please pray for Judy. The future will bring her challenges, no doubt.

Thanks,
Maggie

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The traveler is off again.. the next time I leave this house is going to strictly pleasure!!! I'm all packed, loaded and ready to head south again. My folks are treating ME to dinner tonite..woo hoo!

Got my new kitchen window installed on Sat. What a mess! Of course the wind was blowing like a banchee and sawdust was everywhere. Yuk! And..the Asian beetles decided to come out..ewwww! So had to run to town and get this Max stuff, sprayed that all aound. Boy does that stuff work! Of course now I've swept the porch 4 times so far...

So that's still what's going on in my little world. Please hold sending me emails until Sat please. Thanks!!!

love and hugs
Podunk

Brenda - This is the only thing I found that called for anything from a can:
CHICKEN AND EGG NOODLES

~Submitted by Brenda, AL

I used to make this a lot when my kids were small (seems like a million years ago). I love to eat it with just plain sandwich bread with butter on it.

Ingredients:
1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
1 bag of wide egg noodles
1 can of Veg-all or any combo of veggies you prefer
Left over chicken cut into pieces or canned works well

Directions:
Prepare noodles as directed. Add in veggies and Cream of chicken soup. Stir and cook in pot till warmed. If not soupy enough can add some chicken broth.

Serve with bread or whatever tickles your fancy. Lemon pepper adds a nice kick.

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Chicken Noodle Soup
 
To 4 cups each boiling chicken broth and water, add 1 large diced onion, 2 sliced celery stalks, 1 cup each sliced carrots and sliced parsnips. Simmer for 15 minutes and add 6 ounces egg noodles, cook for 10 minutes. Add 2 cups shredded cooked chicken and heat through. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

White Bean and Fennel Soup

Saute 1 diced onion and 1 small sliced fennel bulb in oil until tender. Add 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth, 1 (14-ounce) can each drained cannellini beans and diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, pepper to taste and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until fennel is tender. Discard bay leaf. Add 3 cups spinach and cook until wilted.

Black Bean and Corn Soup

Saute chopped onion, 1 diced jalapeno and garlic in olive oil. Add 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cans drained black beans and 1 teaspoon cumin. Simmer for 10 minutes. Puree, return to the pan and add 1 cup frozen corn kernels. Heat through. Serve with sour cream.

Creamy Tomato and Tarragon Soup

Saute 1 medium diced onion in olive oil until soft. Add 28-ounce and 15-ounce cans of diced tomatoes and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 10 minutes and then puree in a blender or use an immersion blender in pan. Return to pan over low heat and whisk in 1/3 cup sour cream and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried. Season with salt and pepper.

Lemon Egg Drop Soup

Bring 8 cups of chicken broth to boil. In a bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, the juice of 2 lemons and a few shakes of lemon pepper. Slowly stir in 1 cup hot broth. Reduce heat and add egg mixture, stirring constantly. Do not boil or eggs will curdle. Heat through and serve with lemon zest and shaved curls of Parmesan.

Italian Wedding Soup

Bring 8 cups of chicken broth to a boil with rind of Parmesan (optional). Add 1 pound mini frozen meatballs, 1 cup orzo and 3 cups torn greens (escarole or spinach). Simmer until orzo is tender and meatballs are heated through.

Butternut Squash Soup

Saute 1/2 sliced onion in 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme and 2 tablespoons butter until soft. Season with salt and pepper. Add 5 cups chicken broth and 2 pounds peeled and diced butternut squash. Simmer until tender and puree. Whirl in creme fraiche or sour cream and scatter with chives or parsley to serve.

Asian Dumpling Soup

Puree two cloves garlic with 2-inch piece peeled ginger and fry in oil with one bunch sliced scallions. Add 3 cups each chicken or vegetable broth and water, 1 tablespoon each soy sauce and sherry, and pinch of sugar. Bring to a boil and add frozen dumplings, julienned carrots and snow peas.

Curried Sweet Potato Soup

Add 1 pound peeled, diced and cubed sweet potatoes to 4 cups boiling water. Simmer until tender. Meanwhile, saute 2 cups chopped yellow onions in 1 tablespoon butter until golden. Puree drained potatoes with onions plus 3/4 teaspoon curry powder, 1 cup skim milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Return to pan; add another cup skim milk and 1 tablespoon butter. Heat through. Serve with a dash of cayenne and sour cream.

Potato Leek Soup

Saute 3 cups each sliced leeks and cubed potatoes in butter. Add 1 sliced garlic clove and pinch each of salt, pepper, thyme and nutmeg; cook 5 minutes. Add 5 cups chicken broth; boil until potatoes are tender, then puree. Reheat with 1 cup cream or half-and-half; do not boil.

Red Bean and Barley Soup

In a saucepan, saute diced celery, onion and garlic in olive oil. Add 7 cups beef or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Pour in 1 cup quick-cooking barley. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add 2 cans drained and rinsed kidney beans and 3 cups torn spinach leaves. Serve with grated Parmesan.

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Saute 1/2 diced onion in 1/4 cup melted butter until soft. Stir in 8 ounces frozen broccoli and add 2 cans chicken broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat, and stir in 8 ounces processed cheese (like Velveeta). Mix in 1 cup milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder. To thicken, mix 1/3 cup cornstarch with 1/2 cup water in a small bowl and stir into soup.

Sausage, Spinach and Lentil Soup

Bring six cups of your choice of broth to a boil. Add 10 ounces lentils, 1 cup diced carrots and 2 minced garlic cloves. Simmer for about 30 minutes or until lentils are soft. Add 1 pound sliced cooked kielbasa and fresh or frozen chopped spinach.

Hamburger Rice Soup

Brown 1 pound ground beef. Drain fat, return meat to pan and add 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, 2 cups cubed potatoes, 2 sliced carrots, 1 chopped onion, 1/2 cup rice, 6 cups water and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and cook for about 25 minutes.

Thai Coconut Soup

Saute 3 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons grated ginger, 1/4 cup chopped lemongrass, 1 teaspoon each cumin and coriander, and a hot chili in oil. Add 1 sliced, raw chicken breast and 1 sliced onion; cook 5 minutes. Add shredded bok choy, 4 cups water, 1 can coconut milk, chopped cilantro and 2 tablespoons fish sauce. Simmer for 8 minutes.

Spicy Poblano and Corn Soup

Bring 1 cup corn and 1 1/2 cups milk to a boil. Microwave 4 seeded and chopped poblano chilies, 1 cup diced onion and 1 tablespoon water on high for 4 minutes. Meanwhile, place 2 cups corn and 1/2 cup milk in a blender; process until smooth. Add pureed mixture to corn mixture in pan. Stir in chili mixture and salt, and heat through over medium heat. Serve with grated cheddar cheese.

Super Vegetable Soup

In a saucepan, sweat chopped onion, green pepper and minced garlic in 2 tablespoons butter. Add 6 cups broth of your choice. Bring to a boil and add 1 cup each diced carrots and potatoes, cook for 10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup each diced zucchini and trimmed green beans plus 1 or 2 cans of diced tomatoes and 1 teaspoon of thyme or Italian dried seasoning. Salt and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Serve with floating croutons.

Potato and Bacon Soup

Cook 8 slices of chopped bacon. Drain bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of grease in pan. Saute 1 small, diced onion. Add 6 cups chicken broth or water and 3 cups cubed potatoes, bring to boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Puree and return to pan. Add 1 (14-ounce) can evaporated milk and cooked bacon pieces, stir. Serve with snipped chives.

Turkey Sausage and Gnocchi Soup

Brown 6 ounces bulk turkey sausage. Add 2 cups water, 16 ounces frozen gnocchi, 1 (14-ounce) can beef broth and 1 (14-ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, chopped and with juice. Simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Garlic Shrimp Soup

Make a garlic broth by smashing and peeling 2 heads of garlic and simmering on medium about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add 8 cups of chicken broth and a bundle of fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, oregano); simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and strain solids. Return liquid to pan and add 1 pound of small, peeled shrimp. Other additions could include shiitake mushrooms, frozen, shelled edamame, fresh chopped mint or parsley.

Sweet Potato, Leek and Ham Soup

Saute 1 cup diced cooked ham in olive oil. Set meat aside. Add 1 large, sliced leek and cook with 1 tablespoon water until tender. Add 3 cups cubed, peeled sweet potatoes, 1 cup chicken broth, 2 cups water and 1 (5-ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk. Bring to boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Remove half and puree, then return to pan. Return ham and heat through. Serve with sliced leeks or scallions as garnish.

Tortellini and Pea Soup

Bring 6 to 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth to a boil and add a bag of cheese tortellini; cook for a few minutes until pasta is floating. Add frozen peas.

Cream of Crab Soup

Saute 1 small, diced onion in 2 tablespoons butter. Add 1 can cream of potato soup, 1 can cream of celery soup, 2 soup cans of milk, 1/2 soup can of water, 2 teaspoons Old Bay and 1 pound crab meat. Mix thoroughly and heat through, stirring frequently. (Substitute 1/2 pound of cooked fresh shrimp for crab.)

Mushroom and Brown Rice Soup

Saute 1 medium, finely chopped onion in olive oil until soft. Add 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms, 4 ounces baby bella mushrooms and 1 cup shredded carrots. Cook for 10 minutes. Add garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute. Add 4 cups vegetable broth, 3/4 cup quick-cooking brown rice and 2 cups water; cover and heat to boiling on medium-high. Reduce heat to medium; cook, partly covered, 5 minutes or until rice is tender.

Asian Chicken Noodle With Snow Peas Soup

Cook and drain 8 ounces rice noodles. Combine 3 inches smashed lemongrass, 1 inch fresh ginger peeled and cut in matchsticks and 3 cups water. Bring to boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Strain broth, return to pan and add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut in strips and 8 ounces trimmed snow peas. Cook for 5 minutes. Finish with fresh lime juice, mint leaves and Asian chili sauce such as Sriracha.

Thanks, Brenda, now I want some soup!!

Hugs,
Maggie

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Brenda, all I can find that might be what you seek is:
RAMEN NOODLE RECIPES
http://www.a2zrecipes.net/01072007.html

Try that and let me know if it helps. Goodness, girl! I read through some old issues (you've been with me a LONG time!) and was in tears before I found that issue.

Ladies and gents... if you have a few minutes (or hours) to spare, you should look through the a2z archives. OMG, the memories! There's oodles of them since most of the years I have done a2z, I did issues DAILY. There's a link at the top of this QT web page. Or for the lazies, lol: http://www.a2zrecipes.net/Archives.html

Reading through random issues I watched my kids grow up all over again! I went through years of hospitals for Trey and many where I didn't have 2 nickles to rub together. I saw Ingrid, Margo, Fancy and Linda flash before my eyes, all of whom left too soon. And some who left angry... we are all still family. I believe we will all be together again (for those who left angry, there was never a need for it... life is too short, my friends).

Hugs to all,
Maggie

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Happy Birthday to Pam and Jean, from me!!

Brenda - I don't have the recipes, but please don't be too hard on the nurses for trying to ease your Mom's pain. I get sick on every pain killer I have ever tried. I haven't had Loracet, but codeine and Hydrocodone make me sick to my stomach!! It certainly doesn't seem to help, if you have sutures or staples in your neck, to vomit, but it does happen. Your mom would probably be better off requesting Motrin for pain in the future!! That is the strongest thing I can use!!

I am going out to play, today. It is a beautiful, crisp fall day!! Time to do the last ditch yard clean up and planting. I have flower seeds to plant, from my Lupine pods and some Purple Cone Flowers and Black-eye Susans, I harvested when I was coming home from Albany, last time. We have to clear the deck, so we can use it this winter...for what, I don't know!! I guess Mike wants go out on nice nights and enjoy a fire in the outside fireplace!!

I baked the Candy Bar Brownies again, this morning, along with some Hubbard squash and some Oven Fried Chicken. That will keep Mike busy while he watches the football game. I need to run out and get some ice cream to go with the brownies and some lemon-lime soda, to dip apple slices in, so I can make apple pie filling. I am trying a recipe for canned filling. Hopefully, it will make a good and easy filling. If not, it might be good on ice cream!

Sunday is my day to cook!!